Ella Mahaffey, a Colgate women's basketball player and Economics major, is interned this summer with FIF Collective and Old Dominion National Bank. At FIF Collective, she is engaged in organizing events that empower women in finance and tech, specifically managing event logistics for a major summit. Meanwhile, at Old Dominion National Bank, she is gaining hands-on experience across various banking departments, from lending to compliance, while networking and observing real-world financial operations.

By the Numbers
  • Involved in planning a major summit featuring 35 companies at the New York Stock Exchange.
  • Interning with Old Dominion National Bank includes shadowing meetings from loan board committee to client interactions.
State of Play
  • Mahaffey balances a rigorous training schedule with her internship commitments.
  • Both internships allow her to build a professional network and gain industry experience.
What's Next

Mahaffey will be attending the summit in NYC, providing her an opportunity to engage with industry leaders and expand her professional network. She aims to reflect on these experiences and incorporate insights into her future career aspirations in banking and finance.

Bottom Line

Mahaffey's summer internships exemplify the merging of sports discipline with professional growth, highlighting the importance of networking and time management for success in competitive industries. Her journey illustrates how student-athletes can leverage their experiences for impactful opportunities.